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If you’re going through menopause, you don’t have to suffer. Estradiol is an effective treatment that can help. Learn which formulation is best for you.

Estradiol Patch vs. Pill vs. Spray | Health Assessment

Estradiol Patch vs. Pill vs. Spray: What’s right for me?

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Corinne Menn

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As women approach menopause, they may experience changes in their skin. Here are Alloy's medically backed tips for caring for skin during menopause.

Expert Tips for Skin Care During Perimenopause & Menopause

Expert Tips for Menopause Skin Care During Perimenopause and Menopause

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Did you know estrogen plays a big role in collagen production and helps your skin remain healthy? Alloy explores the link between collagen and estrogen.

The Link Between Collagen & Estrogen: What Women Need to Know | Alloy

What Women Need to Know About The Link Between Collagen and Estrogen

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Sharon Malone

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Do you find that you're experiencing increased anxiety? Learn why your anxiety may become worse during menopause.

Why Is Anxiety Worse During Menopause? Alloy

Why Is Anxiety Worse During Menopause?

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Do you have trouble getting enough sleep? Learn the effects of sleep deprivation and get tips on how you can get a healthy night's rest.

Is it Really Possible to Catch up on Lost Sleep? Sleep Deprivation & Its Affect on Health

Is it Really Possible to Catch up on Lost Sleep?

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As women age, their skin becomes drier, thinner, and more wrinkly, known as estrogen-deficient skin. But you can slow and even reverse the symptoms.

What is Estrogen Deficient Skin & How to Treat It - Alloy

What is Estrogen Deficient Skin & How to Treat It

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Wondering what menopause is and how it affects the body? Get all your questions answered with this complete guide.

What is Menopause? | Alloy

What is Menopause?

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Is menopausal hair loss permanent? Visit our site to learn about this symptom of menopause and how it changes over time.

Menopausal Hair Loss - Is it Permanent?

Is Menopausal Hair Loss Permanent?

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Alloy explains the benefits of paroxetine for women undergoing menopause, how it can help treat hot flashes, and provide the relief they are looking for.

Difference Between Paroxetine for Hot Flashes vs. Depression | Alloy

Difference Between Paroxetine for Hot Flashes vs. Depression

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When we go through menopause, our bodies change much like they did in puberty. The result? An average weight gain of 5-8 lbs. Learn more.

Why Is It so Much Harder to Lose Weight After Menopause? | Alloy

Why is it so Much Harder to Lose Weight after Menopause?

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Click for useful advice for managing menopause symptoms when they are overwhelming and worse than expected. If you suffer from menopause symptoms, Alloy can help!

Are Your Menopause Symptoms Worse than You Expected? What You Can Do

Are Your Menopause Symptoms Worse than Expected?

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Estradiol is an effective treatment for menopause symptoms, but what is it and how does it work? Alloy covers everything about estradiol and why it’s the best choice for you.

What Is Estradiol? Menopause Hormone Therapy from Alloy

What Is Estradiol?

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Are you experiencing uncontrollable anger during menopause? Click to learn some ways you can deal with rage.

Menopause Rage - How to Deal with It | Alloy

How to Deal with Menopause Rage

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If you are experiencing irregular periods in your 40s, you may be in perimenopause. Find out how you can relieve perimenopause symptoms with Alloy.

Irregular Periods in Your 40s | Perimenopause Treatment | Alloy

I’m in My 40s and Am Having Irregular Periods - Am I in Perimenopause?

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Wondering how long hot flashes last? Our pros are here to help. Read on to find out now!

How Long Do Hot Flashes Last? | Alloy

How Long Do Hot Flashes Last?

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Are you wondering why you might be experiencing late-onset menopause? Visit the Alloy blog to learn about this condition and what you can do about it.

What Causes Late-Onset Menopause? Menopause Treatment by Alloy

What Causes Late-Onset Menopause?

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Hot Flashes & Headaches During Menopause | Alloy

What is the Connection Between Hot Flashes and Headaches?

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Are your menopause hot flashes getting worse? Visit the Alloy blog to learn why and what you can do about them.

Hot Flashes Getting Worse? Learn Why | Alloy

Why Are My Hot Flashes Getting Worse?

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If you are experiencing vaginal itching during menopause, Alloy can help alleviate your symptoms. Find out why it happens and what you can do about it.

Vaginal Itching & Menopause | Menopause Treatment | Alloy

Vaginal Itching & Menopause

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Wondering how to beat menopause fatigue? We've got you covered. Click to learn about menopause fatigue and how you can find relief.

Menopause Fatigue | How to Beat Menopause Exhaustion

How to Beat Menopause Fatigue

Why You Feel So Tired All the Time - How to Beat Menopause Fatigue

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Are you experiencing joint pain in conjunction with menopause? Visit our site to learn ways to treat your pain.

How to Treat Menopause Joint Pain | Alloy

How to Treat Menopause Joint Pain

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Are you experiencing vaginal dryness during menopause? Learn why it happens and how Alloy can help treat your menopause symptoms.

How to Prevent Vaginal Dryness During Menopause | Alloy

How to Prevent Vaginal Dryness During Menopause

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Does menopause cause hair loss? The short answer is a resounding yes. Learn more.

Does Menopause Cause Hair Loss? | Alloy 

Does Menopause Cause Hair Loss?

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Why do some menopausal women experience painful sex and have trouble with orgasms? Find out why and what you can do about painful sex after menopause.

Why Does Menopause Make Sex Hurt? Sex & Menopause | Alloy

Why Does Menopause Make Sex Hurt?

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Although hot flashes are the most well-known menopause symptom, they’re hardly the only one. Learn more.

Hot Flashes and Menopause: What’s the Connection? | Alloy

Hot Flashes and Menopause: What’s the Connection?

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Darwana Ratleff Todd

Dr. Todd Headshot

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What is Perimenopause | Alloy

Perimenopause: What is it, and How Did We Get Here?

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Breast Cancer FAQs | Alloy

What Worries Women Most About Their Health — and Why

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Not sure what to eat for excellent gut health? Learn everything you need to know here in this comprehensive guide to eating to optimize your gut

Can You Eat Your Way to Better Gut Health? | Alloy

Can You Eat Your Way to Better Gut Health?

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Are you experiencing frequent UTIs during menopause? You’re not alone. Find out why menopausal women are prone to UTIs and what you can do about them.

Frequent UTIs & Menopause - What Can You Do? Alloy

Frequent UTIs and Menopause - What Can You Do?

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Don’t know what a hot flash feels like? Find out everything you need to know about this menopause symptom with this complete guide.

What Does a Hot Flash Feel Like? | Alloy

What Does a Hot Flash Feel Like?

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Menopause cramps differ from menstrual cramps, but that doesn't mean they don't bring some level of discomfort. Here's how to manage menopause cramps!

Menopause Cramps: What To Expect | Alloy

What Can I Do About My Cramps During Menopause?

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Do you struggle with symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes and weight gain? Learn how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can help through this insiders' guide.

Bioidentical Hormone Therapy: Insiders' Guide

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy: Insiders' Guide

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Are you experiencing the mood swings that can accompany menopause? Learn about the feelings of depression and anxiety you may feel at this time of your life.

Menopause Crazy Behavior: Perimenopause Mood Swings

Menopause Crazy Behavior: Perimenopause Depression

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Looking for an efficient menopause hair loss treatment? We've got you covered. Check out our helpful guide today to learn about what you can do.

Menopause Hair Loss Treatment | Alloy

Your Best Menopause Hair Loss Treatment Options

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Are you spotting during menopause? Click to learn why spotting occurs in women and what to expect

Spotting During Menopause | Why You’re Bleeding After Menopause 

Spotting During Menopause: Is It Normal?

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Are you wondering whether your symptoms are caused by your thyroid or menopause? Click here for an overview of both conditions.

How to Tell the Difference Between Thyroid & Menopause

How to Tell the Difference Between Thyroid Hot Flashes and Menopause

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Learn about the average menopausal age and what to expect when you start experiencing a change in hormone levels with this complete guide.

What Age Does Menopause Start for Women? | Alloy

What Is the Average Age for Menopause to Start?

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Most women are familiar with the well-known symptoms of menopause, but what about the lesser-known symptoms? Alloy describes how to treat obscure menopause symptoms.

Lesser-Known Menopause Symptoms & How To Treat Them | Alloy

Lesser-Known Menopause Symptoms and How to Treat Them

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Many women find orgasm difficult after menopause. Fortunately, there are ways to help. Find out how to treat your menopause symptoms in this article by Alloy.

Why Can’t I Orgasm Anymore After Menopause? Online Menopause Treatment

Why Can’t I Orgasm Anymore After Menopause?

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Experiencing mood swings and uncontrollable weepiness? Learn about menopause mood swings and how to cope from Alloy.

Menopause Crying: How to Control Mood Swings During Menopause

Why Can't I Stop Crying? Dealing with Menopausal Mood Swings

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